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About pastorjeffsneighborhood

Born and raised in Minnesota, I have served in churches in Minnesota, Ohio, Oregon and California. I am a graduate of Crown College (MN) and George Fox Evangelical Seminary (OR). I have also done additional graduate studies in New Testament Studies at the Center for Advanced Theological Studies at Fuller Theological Seminary (CA). I am also a graduate of the College of Prayer. Having served as the Academic Dean and Program Director at Horizon Institute of Los Angeles for several years, I have returned to the pastorate and serve as Pastor of Big Trees Community Bible Church in Arnold, CA.

The Praise of All Peoples

Posted on October 18, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

All the cultures of the world with their own languages, music, arts and craftsmanship have a unique beauty. Each in a unique way shows us a glimpse of what it means to be created in “His image.” All the races, languages and cultures reflect the wisdom and glory of their creator. He finds beauty in each one and looks to the day when people from all nations will gather around his throne in heaven and all that beauty will come together to create a glorious symphony of praise: Continue reading →

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Devoted to Closeness

Posted on October 17, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What is God looking for in his people? He is looking for people who are devoted to be close to Him. Continue reading →

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How Could We Ever Repay the Lord for His Goodness?

Posted on October 16, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

I am always excited when I see God answer prayer. Especially when he does something I’ve been praying about for a long time. In such times we say with the Psalmist: “Be at rest, O my soul, for the LORD has been good to you.” Continue reading →

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Prayer Priorities

Posted on October 15, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What are your prayer priorities? Where do you spend your time in prayer? Many focus most of their prayer time on their shopping list of personal needs. If they do pray for others it is mostly prayer for physical and financial needs. Continue reading →

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Never Ending Encouragement

Posted on October 15, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 14 Never Ending Encouragement Today’s Scripture Readings Psalms 115:14-18 | Jeremiah 23:21-25:38 | 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 | Proverbs 25:15 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Thessalonians 2 “May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and … Continue reading →

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Beyond Good Intentions

Posted on October 13, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The “so that” of Paul’s prayer–the reason–is that he wants the name of Jesus to be glorified as we live in intimate fellowship with Him by his grace.  Following through and living lives in a way that glorifies Jesus, especially when it difficult to do so–when life is hard–that’s real Christianity. That’s the kind of Christianity that offers hope to the world. It’s what we all need. Continue reading →

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Always

Posted on October 12, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We all have times where we are joyful, times when we pray, and  times when we are thankful. But are we always joyful? Do we pray continually (without ceasing)? Are we truly thankful in all circumstances? Words like all and always make these verses difficult. Yet, this is God’s will for you. Continue reading →

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Clay in the Hands of the Potter

Posted on October 11, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Sometimes the clay wishes to cry out to the potter: “Enough, I’m tired of this process of being reshaped and remolded.” But who are we to talk back to the Potter? Continue reading →

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What a Blessing!

Posted on October 10, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul’s prayers and blessings are always instructive to us as we learn to pray. Continue reading →

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Real Faith Means Hard Work

Posted on October 9, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul thanks God continually for the Thessalonian church. They are a church that is evidencing the supreme Christian virtues of “faith, hope and love.” Interestingly, they evidence those virtues through their work, labor and endurance. Continue reading →

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